A serious traffic collision occurred today involving a vehicle and a pedestrian on southbound State Route 99 near East Jensen Avenue in Fresno, CA. The incident was reported around 5:58 PM when the pedestrian was found in the roadway, leading to a classification of unknown injuries.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where a white pickup truck and a blue Toyota were identified as the vehicles involved in the collision. The pedestrian was reported to be lying in the middle lane, prompting immediate action from first responders.
As emergency personnel worked to manage the situation, traffic was significantly impacted, with vehicles navigating around the scene. To ensure safety and facilitate the response, multiple lanes were temporarily blocked. Tow trucks were dispatched to remove the vehicles involved, with operations concluding around 6:40 PM when all lanes were reopened to traffic.
The status of the pedestrian's injuries remains unknown, and authorities are addressing the situation. Motorists are advised to exercise caution in the area as the situation develops. This incident underscores the ongoing concerns regarding pedestrian safety on busy roadways.